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A. F. Pollard

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The History of England a Study in Political Evolution
"The History of England," written by A. F. Pollard, is a comprehensive and fascinating trip through England's historical fabric. Pollard is well-known for his Tudor expertise, although his work has a larger perspective, encompassing England's evolution from its earliest days to more recent times. Pollard brings together the nation's political, cultural, and societal evolution with rigorous research and appealing narrative. The book goes into major historical events, providing readers with a detailed perspective of key occasions that molded England's identity. Pollard's narrative brings readers through the ebbs and flows of England's history, from the catastrophic Wars of the Roses through the transforming Tudor dynasty and on to the struggles and achievements of modern ages. Pollard's storytelling abilities go beyond conventional chronology; he deftly dissects the complicated web of factors that shaped England's history. His insights offer light on monarchs' roles, social dynamics, economic developments, and ideological revolutions, allowing readers to appreciate the nation's varied growth. "The History of England" exemplifies Pollard's commitment to historical knowledge.
Thomas Cranmer and the English Reformation 1489-1556
Published in 1965: It has been maintained by an eminent scholar recently dead that the chief content of modern history is the emancipation of conscience from the control of authority. From that point of view the student of Tudor times will not be exclusive in his choice of heroes. He will find room in his calendar of saints for More as well as for Cranmer. Both had grave imperfections, and both took their share in enforcing the claims of authority over those of conscience. Nor perhaps is it true to say that they died in order that we might be free; but they died for conscience' sake, and unless they and others had died conscience would still be in chains. That was Cranmer's service in the cause of humanity his Church owes him no less, for in the Book of Common Prayer he gave it the most effective of all its possessions.
Thomas Cranmer and the English Reformation 1489-1556
Published in 1965: It has been maintained by an eminent scholar recently dead that the chief content of modern history is the emancipation of conscience from the control of authority. From that point of view the student of Tudor times will not be exclusive in his choice of heroes. He will find room in his calendar of saints for More as well as for Cranmer. Both had grave imperfections, and both took their share in enforcing the claims of authority over those of conscience. Nor perhaps is it true to say that they died in order that we might be free; but they died for conscience' sake, and unless they and others had died conscience would still be in chains. That was Cranmer's service in the cause of humanity his Church owes him no less, for in the Book of Common Prayer he gave it the most effective of all its possessions.